Ringinglow Walks

Regular social walking events organised by The Norfolk Arms and local guide Steve Murfitt

Keep Fit

Meet New Friends

Learn About The Area

Everybody welcome!

Ringinglow Walks is a regular walking and social event organised by The Norfolk Arms. Our walks are planned and led by experienced professional guide
Steve Murfitt of the Sheffield Wanderers.

Keep Fit

Walking is a great way of keeping fit, and Ringinglow, with it's clean air and varied terrain, is a great place to take exercise.

Our walks are designed to provide a decent workout at a leisurely, enjoyable pace.

Meet New Friends

Organised walks are perfect for meeting and getting to know like-minded people in the area.

We've had countless new friendships form on our walks...but we're still
waiting for our first Ringinglow Walks wedding!

Learn About The Area

The Ringinglow area is both historic and naturally beautiful. Some of the views are astounding, with landmarks up to 40 miles away being visible on a clear day.

All our
routes offer their own selection of stunning scenery, interesting wildlife and little-known local knowledge.

Bank Holiday Walking Festival

The third annual Ringinglow Walks Walking Festival takes place over the May bank holiday, Saturday 4th - Monday 6th.

Join us as we explore three new routes, all planned by walk leader Steve Murfitt especially for the festival.

You can join us for any or all of the walks, details of which are below. There's no need to book, and tea/coffee and lunch at The Norfolk Arms is included in the cost.

Further details on the walks and prices will be announced nearer the time. Make sure you sign up for email updates and
join our Facebook group for all the latest news.

Festival walks

Saturday 4th May: Burbage Rocks (4.5 miles) - 9:00am

Starting from Upper Burbage Bridge, we'll tour both sides of the Burbage valley, visit an Iron Age fort and
climb the iconic Higgar Tor.

Sunday 5th May: Long Causeway (8.25 miles) - 10:00am

Starting near the source of the River Porter, we'll pass through Brown Edge, Rud Hill, White Stones, Long Causeway,
Stanage and Burbage Moor.

Monday 6th May: Mayfield Valley (4 miles) - 5:00pm

This walk takes place right on our doorstep, with a visit to the Mayfield Valley. You'll find out about its
rich industrial and social history, and hopefully enjoy a spectacular sunset.

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Sign up for our special Ringinglow Walks email list to make sure you never miss out on a walk or event!

Email Address

We will only send you information relating directly to Ringinglow Walks. Your e-mail address will be stored securely in an external web application, and will not be passed on to anybody else.

Join our Ringinglow Walks Facebook group

Join here to share your photos and keep up with the latest news and gossip.

Next Walks

Details of our next few walks are below.
You can also download and print our monthly schdules:

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Rivelin Valley by Alan Fleming

A fairly easy five-mile trek on mostly good paths, over the Rivelin Valley and down to Rivelin Rough.

We pass the King Edward Hospital, the scene of the historic Rivelin industry, and the location of a fascinating Roman find.

Please note: this route is fairly easy-going, but does include a little road-walking, several stiles and the chance of
mud on paths.

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Meet at in The Norfolk Arms "Walker's Bar" for tea or coffee and a short introduction from our guide Steve Murfitt.

We will set off at sharp and expect to be back at The Norfolk Arms for a light meal by .

per person, to include:

Tea/coffee before and after the walk

A professionally-guided walk

A light meal from our special "Ringinglow Walks" menu

There's no need to book in advance, just join us on the day.

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A spectacular four-mile route which takes us across the top of Burbage and then back along the foot of the rocks.

Expect great views of Higgar Tor and Carl Wark.

Please note: this route includes some rocky ups-and-downs in the first section of the walk.

Where?

When?

Distance:

Meet at in The Norfolk Arms "Walker's Bar" for tea or coffee and a short introduction from our guide Steve Murfitt.

We will set off at sharp and expect to be back at The Norfolk Arms for a light meal by .

per person, to include:

Tea/coffee before and after the walk

A professionally-guided walk

A light meal from our special "Ringinglow Walks" menu

There's no need to book in advance, just join us on the day.

Distance:

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The Ringinglow area at its finest!

This scenic five-miler starts at The Norfolk Arms, before heading down the Limb Valley into Whirlow Woods.

We pass through Whirlow Farm and Whitely Woods before visiting Forge Dam and the beautiful Porter Valley on the return leg.

Expect stunning scenery and some fascinating local stories from the past.

Please note: we are likely to encounter some loose stoney paths, mud, and possibly, herds of cows.

Where?

When?

Distance:

Meet at in The Norfolk Arms "Walker's Bar" for tea or coffee and a short introduction from our guide Steve Murfitt.

We will set off at sharp and expect to be back at The Norfolk Arms for a light meal by .

per person, to include:

Tea/coffee before and after the walk

A professionally-guided walk

A light meal from our special "Ringinglow Walks" menu

There's no need to book in advance, just join us on the day.

(D) Please note some of our walks start around a two mile drive from The Norfolk Arms. We meet at the Norfolk as usual for
these walks and then drive to the start/end point. We try and car-share to minimise the number of vehicles needed.

If you do not drive or would rather not, we always have plenty of spaces available in our own cars and those of our regulars.